Building Stronger Communities, Together.

At Columbia College, we believe that meaningful change happens when education meets opportunity, and that our best work happens in partnership with business and community leaders like you. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your workforce, influence research, extend your brand, or invest in your region, we’re ready to build collaboration that moves Columbia and beyond forward.

Why Partner With Us?

Service. Research. Workforce.

Rooted in the heart of Columbia, South Carolina, our campus is anchored in community. From faculty and staff to students and programs, we bring innovation, energy, and a spirit of service to every collaboration. When you partner with us, you’re tapping into talent, ideas, and action.

We're proud of our Columbia, SC, roots and are passionate about investing in the community. Whether you're interested in boosting your workforce, enhancing education, or supporting innovation, we have faculty, staff, and students who are always interested in building community partnerships. Reach out to discuss opportunities to work together. 

Leadership-Minded, Career-Ready Talent

Our graduates don’t just complete degrees, they step into careers. With 97% of recent graduates employed or in graduate school within six months, you’ll engage with young professionals who are ready to contribute, lead, and make an impact. 

Partnership Opportunities

• Talent Pipeline & Recruiting
Host a presentation. Lead a workshop. Attend our networking events or job fairs. Connect with students and alumni who want meaningful work.

• Applied Research & Innovation
Collaborate with faculty and students on projects that address real-world challenges. Whether it’s business strategy, health systems, education reform, or technology deployment, our academic programs can partner to solve problems and design solutions.

• Community Service & Outreach
Our students are passionate about service. If your organization has a one-time project or ongoing initiative that calls for volunteers, mentorship, or research support, we’d love to join you.

Our Commitment to You

When you partner with Columbia College, you gain:

  • Access to engaged students, faculty, and the energy of a small college campus.

  • A partner who understands regional dynamics and is committed to local impact.

  • Branding and co-sponsorship opportunities that align your organization with a mission-driven institution.

  • A flexible approach. Whether you want a short-term event or a long-term strategic alliance, we adapt to your goals.

Networking & Job Fairs

Connect With Emerging Talent

We regularly bring employers and students together through networking events, career fairs, and campus workshops. Whether you’re looking to host an information session, recruit interns, or build name recognition with future professionals, we’ll help you make meaningful connections with career-ready Koalas.

Interested in participating or hosting a recruiting event? We’d love to talk.

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Community Service

Partner With Us to Serve Columbia

Supporting our city isn’t something we do once; it’s part of who we are. From one-day projects to ongoing engagement, our students are eager to serve through volunteerism, mentoring, outreach, and special initiatives that benefit the Midlands community.

Have a service opportunity that could use helping hands? Tell us how our students can join in.

Connect With Us

Curious about partnership possibilities? Have an idea for collaboration, student involvement, or a campus connection? Tell us what you’re dreaming up, we’ll guide your next step and help bring it to life.

We’re excited to hear from you.